2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |